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The concentration of ethylene required for the ripening of Banana is______________________?

Correct answer: B. 10 ppm with 24 hr

  • A. 5 ppm with 24 hr
  • B. 10 ppm with 24 hr
  • C. 12 ppm with 24 hr
  • D. 15 ppm with 24 hr

Explanation

Banana ripening is commonly initiated commercially with ethylene at about 10 ppm for 24 hours, after which the fruit continues ripening naturally. Ethylene is a ripening hormone, not merely a storage preservative.

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